What You WILL Find…
inHawaii Family Life offers down-to-earth, real-life experiences
and suggestions for traveling with your little and not-so-little ones.
We get it. We’ve traveled in all shapes and styles: solo, as a duo, with infants, (infants and) toddlers, teens, and even with larger family groups on a few multigenerational trips. (Thank goodness our toddler could nap at the same time as my Grandparents! 🤭)
Sometimes it’s not easy finding activities that can entertain everyone. Or how do we navigate activities to cover interests of preschoolers, elementary kids, teens, or college-aged kids?!
These are the questions we relentlessly google-searched too – how many tabs do you have open? – so we know that family-to-family recommendations are valuable tools while planning your Hawaii vacation, stay-cation, or even a trip to the beach!
Hawaii Islands and Travel Guides
Here’s some information about the different islands of Hawaii. Happy traveling!
Our Highlights
Get the most out of your trip by booking the tours that work best for you and your family! Here are some Hawaii Tours highlights.
Popular Posts
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- Information on Adult Only Resort in Hawaii
Top Things To Do On Oahu, Hawaii
1. Swim in the world famous Waikiki beach
The world famous Waikiki beach is famous for a reason and if you have come with family members who don’t really swim, this will give you options for both the novice and the expert swimmer.
2. Walk up the Diamond Head trail
Check out the view from Diamond Head where it gives you a stunning 360-degree panoramic view of Waikiki, downtown Honolulu, stunning shoreline, and the Windward-side of Oahu.
3. Visit North Shore Beaches for the giant waves
Ok, this comes with a caveat, the giant waves of the North Shore only come in winter time, but if you happen to be here, pull up a chair and just watch those colossal 20~30 foot waves crash to the shore, you’ll see a spectacular show of the power of the ocean.
What We Offer
Hawaii Family Life is a one-stop site for all things Hawaii + travel + family.
Whether your visiting Hawaii for the first or 10th time, an expat visiting Grandma and Grandpa with your mainland-raised kids, or a local family trying to figure out what to do for the weekend, we’re here to share all of our experiences with you! Hopefully, we can give you some insights into the Dos and Don’ts we’ve learned along the way.
Our Latest Posts
We hope our research and information is helpful for you.
Dog Friendly Beaches on Oahu with a Location Map
Dog-Friendly Beaches on Oahu, Hawaii Here is a list of dog allowed beaches on Oahu. We also listed no-dogs allowed beaches so that you can have the information in one place. Please take care so that we can share the shoreline together without incidents that may cause...
Tropical Romance: Find the Best Hawaiian Paradise for Your Perfect Honeymoon!
The Islands of Hawaii are an unforgettable destination for newlywed couples seeking a lifetime's worth of experiences. With the warm glow of the sun shining as you relax by a pool, the soft ocean breezes while sunbathing and snorkeling, or the surrounding greenery as...
Hawaii’s Favorite 15 Fruits
Hawaii is not only a lustrous tropical island with fantastic weather, but it is also a wondrous place to try unique fruits. Some of these exotic fruits give off special properties apart from the wondrous flavors they have. These fruits are even able to be bought in a...
The Best Adults Only Resorts in Hawaii
The Best Adults Only Resorts in Hawaii Looking for an Adults-Only resort in Hawaii? The only true adult-only resort in Hawaii is Hotel Wailea on Maui. They call themselves "MAUI’S ADULTS-ONLY LUXURY GETAWAY". Coming at a close second is Sensei Lanai, a Four...
Should I Visit Maui in the Aftermath of the Wildfires?
To be honest, this is currently a sensitive and controversial topic both within the islands and around the rest of the country. The bottom line and current official government and agency directive is that, outside the areas affected by the wildfires, Maui is open for...
Road to Hana – Places to Visit with Mileage Markers
The Road to Hana is a beautiful scenic drive that with approximately 64 miles along the northeastern coast of Maui, Hawaii. The journey is full of beautiful waterfalls, beaches, and rainforests. We listed the places that you'll want to stop by organized by...
Are There Dangerous Animals in Hawaii? The Good, The Bad, The Ones With a Great Personality
Geckos, centipedes, flying roaches, Portuguese man o' - what?! From Hawaii's idyllic rain forests to our captivating blue oceans, across must-see urban foodie hotspots to suburban family homes, roam all kinds of critters and creepy-crawlies. For the most part, most...
The Best Time to Visit Hawaii
When is the Best Time to Visit Hawaii? For the best times to visit Hawaii, our picks are April, May, September, and October. While there are many factors to consider -- such as specific activities like whale watching which is primarily available during the...
Cost of Living in Hawaii – Want to Live in Hawaii?
Is Hawaii Expensive? Short answer: Yes! Let's face it, Hawaii has long been a popular tourist destination, and, for the past 20+ years, Hawaii has also become a favorite place for people looking to purchase second homes, both nationally and internationally....
Our Road to Hana Trip – What To Do and What Not To Do
Anyone who visits Maui has probably heard of the Road to Hana. It is a top-rated, highly recommended drive for anyone who chooses Maui as their Hawaii vacation destination. With lush tropical landscapes, many hidden waterfalls along the way, and scenic roads with...
Hawaii Travel Restrictions
Due to COVID, many places throughout the world entered into travel restrictions and Hawaii took a little stronger stand, given that the more isolated location of Hawaii which makes it easier to control the incoming visitors. Also, Hawaii's high elderly population made...
The Best Snorkeling Spots in West Maui
Maui is famous for its drastic landscape with mountain as well as ocean. If we skip snorkeling from favorite things to do in Maui list, then it won't do the justice, because the ocean here is so gorgeous. In many ways, it's nicer than Oahu, simply because not as many...
